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Hounslow Council Expands Controls on Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) Chiswick, London – Hounslow Council acts to raise housing standards in the borough. The council now plans to extend license controls for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). They want to improve safety and living quality. They also target antisocial behaviour near these homes. A Move for Better Standards The council works to fix...

Gravesend Council Cracks Down on Unlicensed Houses in Multiple Occupation Gravesham Borough Council acted to improve housing quality. They fined two landlords in Gravesend, Kent, for running unlicensed HMOs. The fines add up to £27,500. The council wants to keep the rental market fair and homes safe for tenants. Details of the Fines The housing team checked the properties and found missing licenses. One...

Understanding Unlicensed HMOs: What It Means for Tenants and Landlords Introduction Property rental is changing fast. Many people now share a home with others they do not know. A House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) is one home where three or more people from separate families live together. New rules in Birmingham cover these homes. Tenants and landlords now face many questions on licensing, legal duties,...

Landlords Fined Nearly £100,000 After Death in Overcrowded London Flat Fire A case in London shows the risks of packed housing. Landlords Sofina Begum and Aminur Rahman kick the law. They broke many housing rules in connection with a flat where a fatal fire took Mizanur Rahman’s life on 5 March 2023. This case has weight for both landlords and property investors in House in Multiple Occupation (HMO)...

Understanding Yahoo's Digital Ecosystem and Cookie Policy Yahoo is part of a wide digital world. It works as one of many sites in its group. This group includes Yahoo, AOL, and a strong digital ad service called Yahoo Advertising. Learning how Yahoo works and handles user data helps everyone who goes online today. The Yahoo Family of Brands Over time, Yahoo has grown into a platform that meets many needs....

Somerset Faces Rare Red Flood Warnings as Storm Bert Strikes Introduction Somerset braces under severe rain. Ten flood warnings and thirteen alerts now ring out as Storm Bert hits hard. The storm struck early on Saturday, November 23. Officials and locals act fast. This article gives clear details on the flood issues in Somerset, shows the high-risk areas, and gives safety tips. Flood Warnings and Alerts...

Rising Concerns Over HMO Developments in Surrey Street Residents Fear Decline of Local Community In Sunbury, Surrey, many residents warn that their area may lose quality. They see trends similar to Hounslow. More Houses in Multiple Occupation appear near them. Neighbors talk about these changes and express worry. They feel that more tenants in a single home may weaken community ties. Richard Evans lives on...

Proposed Conversion of Eastbourne Home Into 8-Bedroom HMO Refused: An Insight for Property Investors The council did not approve a plan to change a house at 7 Redoubt Road. The decision shows how property work can be hard. Local people feel this choice and property investors see similar risks. Proposal Overview A plan aimed to use the current building as an HMO for eight people. The structure would include...

Shelter Scotland Calls for Removal of Edinburgh Council Leadership Amid Homelessness Policy Dispute Ongoing Homelessness Crisis Shelter Scotland wants new leaders for the Edinburgh Council. They point to rising worries over the council’s ideas about homelessness. In Edinburgh, many face homelessness. The city has 5,250 households in temporary homes. This number shows deep strain for its...

New Planning Controls for House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) in Bolton Introduction Bolton Council will soon place tougher planning rules on homes changed into HMOs. The council sees that HMOs have grown fast in the past three years. Over 600 HMOs now exist in Bolton. Local leaders worry about the strain on housing and the local sense of community. The Rise of HMOs in Bolton Bolton’s housing has changed...